Kinlough Community News

1 Mar 2013

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Tour de Melvin Cycle Run a Great Success

Tour de Melvin Cycle Run a Great Success

On Sunday, 17th February, Melvin Gaels held the inaugural ‘Tour De Melvin’, a fun cycle around the famous North Leitrim lake, in aid of the Lydia Branley Trust Fund and the Melvin Gaels Player Injury Fund. Over 120 competitors eagerly participated on what was fortunately a beautiful, crisp spring morning. All who took part thoroughly enjoyed it and agreed that it should become an annual event.

The huge success of the cycle is owed, firstly to the competitors, but also to the sponsors: Noel McGowan, Spar, Shane Gallagher, Drowes Salmon Fishery, BMG Hardware, Bundoran, Simpsons, Kinlough, The Courthouse Restaurant, Al Connolly Butchers and Teds Bike Shop, Donegal Town, to all those who collected sponsorship and those who gave very generously to the cause, and to those who provided refreshments on the day. To date €1,000 has been raised for each cause and we hope to maintain the success of this

event for years to come.

Training for Childminders and Potential Childminders

An eleven hour Childminding Quality Awareness Programme, on training Topics of relevance to all Childminders and potential Childminders will be held in Drumshanbo Co

Leitrim on Saturday March 9th from10am to 4am and Saturday March 23rd from 10am to 4pm. Places are limited. To secure your place contact Orla at Leitrim County Childcare Committee, Laird House, Church Street, Drumshanbo. Telephone 071-96409870 or 086-1929283 or e-mail orla@leitrimchildcare

Melvin Gaels Bord na nOg

Melvin Gaels Bord na nOg Open / Registration day on Saturday 2nd March 10.30am-12.30pm. Senior Players available on the day to organize activities for children. Children

from 4 years (must be attending primary school) to 17 years can register to play gaelic underage football with the club. Emphasis on fun and participation for children 4-12 years old. Registration is €10 for underage membership for the year. Non Members and newcomers to the area are all welcome to come along and find out more about the club on the day.

Askill Whist Drive

Whist Drive will take place in Askill Community Centre on Sunday 3rd March at 8.00 sharp. Supper will be served. Results of last whist held, John Gallagher, Daniel

Kiltyclogher’s 31st Drama Festival Saturday 2nd March – 9th March – 8 days of live theatre with Drama. Theatre goers are assured of a full week of first class entertainment with groups performing from Dublin, Wexford, Galway, Ballyshannon and Carrigallen. Adjudicator: Eilin O’Dea.

Kinlough Community High Scope Preschool (located next to the Library) are now taking enrolments for children starting September 2013. These are under 2 groups first any child who is born between 2nd Feb 2009 and 30th June 2010 is eligible for the ECCE free year scheme so please check your dates and don’t miss out. For children who do not qualify this year and for our younger children we offer a 2 or 3 or 5 day programme to suit your needs. As we are a Community playgroup we offer reduced rates to anyone who qualifies, we are here to ensure you know your childcare entitlements. We have an open door policy and for the month of February we are offering a free introductory session where any potential parent is welcome to join us for a morning session with their child so that they are see our programme at work and meet the staff with no obligation. To book your session please phone 071-9841081 mornings only.

Four Masters NS, Kinlough Enrolment

Parents wishing to enrol children for the 2013/2014 school year should do so on or before Friday, 29th March 2013. If a child has special needs his/her enrolment form must be submitted by March 8th 2013, so that application can be made to Special Education Needs Organiser for resources to help the Special Education Needs child cope in school. If a family is new to the school, the parents must meet with the Principal/Deputy Principal prior to enrolment. Enrolment forms are available from the school on 071- 9841123.

Annual AA Irish/Scots Gathering

The Annual Alcoholics Anonymous Irish/Scotch Gathering takes place in the Great Northern Hotel, Bundoran on the weekend of the 1st, 2nd and 3rd of March 2013. Opening meeting at 8am on March 1st. Al Anon in attendance all weekend. Contact hotel for bookings. B&B offers available.

McGowan Clan Gathering

The McGowan Clan Gathering takes place on the August Bank Holiday weekend 2nd to 5th. Plans are being put in place for a weekend of Fun and Craic. Old photographs of people of Kinlough are wanted for a display during the weekend.

Parents Association Table Quiz

The Four Masters Parents Association Committee is hosting a fundraising Table Quiz on Friday, 1 March 2013 9:30pm in the The Wellington Bar Kinlough. 20 euro per team of 4. Prizes galore on the night. Come along and enjoy a great night.

Melvin Gaels Lotto Draw

The numbers drawn in the Melvin Gaels Lotto draw held in McGloins Kinlough, were 9, 12, 15 and 24. There was no Jackpot winner. Other winners were €40: Mary O’Reilly,

Open night in Saint Aidan’s National School, Ballintrillick on Friday 1st March 2013 at 7.00 p.m. All welcome. Closing date for enrolment is Friday 8th March 2013. Enrolment forms are available from the school.

Carns NS enrolment

Open evening in Carns National School, Moneygold, Grange Co. Sligo on Thursday 28th Feb (7 to 8PMpm. Carns School caters for children living in the parish of Ahamlish. Parents and children are invited to come in and take a look around at our school and meet the teachers. Further details at www.carnsschool.com - Tel 07191-73081 June McCormack, Principal.

Spring classes in Benwiskin Centre

Places available in classes in Pilates, Zumba, Yoga, Bootcamp with Actifit, Digital Photography. Contact us now to sign up! 071 9176721 info@benwiskincentre.com

Glass mosaic evening classes: Create your own unique artworks in this introduction to fused glass. You will be able to make coloured glass mosaic pendants, brooches, and a glass panel which you can transform into a plate in the kiln. All items made during the workshop are yours to keep. Louise Rice, an experienced instructor, will demonstrate each step and guide you through the process. Open to all. No experience required. Classes commence Wed. 6th March 7pm - 8.30pm for 3 weeks. Contact us on 071 9176721 for further details and booking form.

Community Garden Project: Course commencing Mon. 8th April 9.30am – 11.30am at The Benwiskin and will run from April - Sept for approx. 22 weeks. Tutor Ciara Barrett from the Organic Centre in Rossinver. Contact us for further details and to register your interest.

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